Collecting Collectible Action Figures

Collecting action figures is done around the world because alot of collectible action figures are worth a lot of money. Collecting rare Collectible action figures can be Profitable and Exciting. Anyone interested in Used, Anime, Android, or Marvel can begin to collect Collectible action figures or continue adding on to their collection.

Whatever your reason is, you will be sure to have a good time collecting collectible action figures because you will be able to choose which figures to invest in. You can base it off your favorite Cell phone or comic book characters because there is always an collectible action figure that is appealing to someone out there. At this point you are ready to collect and you can begin your collection here at ANS Collectibles - Collectible Action Figures. The value of figures can range quite dramatically depending on the model, rarity and condition. we want you to have the best experience collecting these toys, we are offering a large variety to choose from. Browse through our pages of Collectible action figures to find the ones that you like best!

A large part of action figure collecting is to share a common interest among others who already collect. People gather in groups to share their interests or even join clubs. Some want their collections to be passed on to future generations and family members and to share their history and other interesting stories. Some people want their collection of action figures to become a profitable investment in the long run. Alot of You may want to decide why you want to collect before you actually begin and here are some suggestions to help you out.

It can be quite a hassle trying to find Collectible action figures for sale for a collector or anybody looking for a specific Collectible action figure. ANS Collectibles will help make that a little less difficult as we have a huge range of Collectible action figures for sale from sellers across the world, resulting in a huge selection.

Nothing is more self gratifing than having a collection of rare collectible action figures to display in unique ways. Collectible action figures let you explore your mind as they take you out of reality and put you into an exciting fantasy world of characters who strugle between good and evil. They can even be arranged in interesting ways and ride around in their bad a#@ devices. We want you to explore these possibilities and have fun doing it.

Star Wars and Star Trek Memorabilia

No other enternainment concept has ever been more intriguing than the exploration of outer space. Right now, space toys seem to be intriguingly collectible!

Since the block-buster hit movie "Star Wars" of the late seventys, the retail market has been under relentless attack by (mostly) toy manufacturers capitalizing on its popularity and that of its sequels, "The Empire Strikes Back" (1980) and the "Return of the Jedi" (1983). A large percentage of the toys were action models, made by the kenner Company. Kenner Toys made before 1980 carry the logo of 20th Centry Fox Studios. After that, George Lucas, the movies' creator, regained control of the merchandise rights, and his own logo replaced fox's. Most of the 12" Collectible action figures from the seventies go for $60.00 to $150.00 Han Solo (mint in Box) books at $225.00. Costumes by Ben Cooper from the eighties are worth $15.00 to $25.00, and some of the games run from $15.00 to $60.00.

The Star Trek concept was the brainchild of Gene Roddenberry, and though the original TV show was relatively short-lived, the series of the movies that followed were all mega-films: Star Trek: The Motion Picture; Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan; Star Trek III: The Search for Spock; Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home; Star Trek V: The Final Frontier; and Star Trek: The Next Generation.

Today there are legions of Star Trek fans. They've organized clubs and hold national conventions each year. They're from all age groups, since the Star Trek concept spans the years from the mid-60s to the late 1980s. Trekkies can find just about any sort of merchandise you can imagine - books, records, Collectible action figures, collectible toys, games, party goods, glassware, playsets and much, much more - sporting images of Mr. Spock, Captain Kirk, Scottie, or any of the other regular crew members and resident aliens!

Watch for these at garage sales and flea markets. Remember to preserve the original box, if your lucky enough to get one. They often enhance the value of an item by at least 50%. Here are examples of just a few things you may find and the approximate retail values they're bringing on the secondary market:

Board game by Hasbro, 1970s, $35.00.

Fase Mask, Mr. Spock, $40.00.

Liquor decanter, Mr. Spock figural, Grenadier, 1979, $75.00.

Frisbee, Remco, 1967, $30.00.

Finding That Collectible Action Figure

Finding that Collectible Action Figure- Finding seems to be as easy as looking in your kid’s toy box or if you still have one in your old toys. I remember looking in my Nephews old toys and found a whole set of first edition Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Action Figures from 1988. They didn’t have any of there weapons but I soon learned that they were worth some good money. Maybe you still have your old GI Joe or Barbie? Who knows?

Yard sales and Garage sales seem to have many of them. But at these places don’t be afraid to dig into that box of toys sitting in the corner or under the table. If you are a little outgoing don’t be afraid to ask. I know a lot of Guys that see my collection and I get two comments. One is “aren’t you a little old for toys”? Or “You play with Doll’s”? (Action Figures People!). Flea Markets and Park and Swaps are even better. Now, How do you know what you find is worth anything? In my experience the main Comic book characters (Superman, Batman, & Spiderman) are the best place to start. Maybe even a character you used to play with. The saying (Go with what you know) apply’s here. If you have a cell phone with internet you could look it up right there. As with all Collectibles, Age and Condition are very important. If you see a Batman or Superman without a cape, More than likely you should pass. Same goes with the ones that have been chewed on or are missing limbs. Although Figures without there weapons don’t seem to be that important (but it still makes it worth less). The ideal Action figure is very old and still in the box not played with. Than the grading goes down from there.

60s to 80s Vintage Toy Collecting

    Toy buyers once ignored toys less than thirty years old, but nowadays even some from the eightys are moving – often faster than the older ones. Baby boomers make up a good percentage of today’s toy buyers, and they’er after the ones they remember as children.Battery – operated toys from japan literally flooded the market during the fiftys and sixties. But they were especially vulnerable to abuse, batteries leaked and caused corrosion, and kids loved to grab them up and repress their actions. Though they were once plentiful, most of them were eventually thrown away, so any that you can find today in good condition is certainly worth buying, if the price is right. 
    The best ones are those capable of three or more actions. Common examples can average sixty to one hundred, but some of the rare ones may go for several Hundred. Even Toys of more recent vintage are well worth your attencion. You’ll be able to find some of these at garage sales, so be sure to check through toy boxes. Look for fisher Price toys. If they have any plastic parts, There from after 1949; those made before 1962 carry the rectangular black and white logo. Aurora model kits are coming on strong; look for TV heroes, sports legends, movie monsters, and any other media phenomenon. Built- up models are worth fifteen to about twenty five, but Wonder Woman from 1965 may go foras much as two hundred and fifty dollars. The Incredible Hulk (1966-1968) is worth one hundred to one hundred and fifty. Slot cars are a hot item. HO Scale Aurora cars in mint condition often sell for twenty five to forty dollars and up. 
    Monster toys and Transformers are big news. Tonka trucks, GI Joes and Captain America, Robots and Monsters are all sought after. Marx playsets, Hartland and Breyer horses, games and puzzles featuring tv characters, Matchbox cars and trucks, celebrity paper dolls and coloring books – these are the toys that are moving today ( just look at my sitehttp://www.anscollectibles.com to find out more.). They don’t Have to be old, in fact, models of the cars driven by famous Nascar race winners made as recently as 1992 are already being seen with prices of ten to twenty dollars. Just to point out age isn’t everything.